Walking

Sidewalk Design Vehicle

Thu, 10/15/2009 - 09:13

A few days ago I posted a blog that discussed the concept of Universal Design (transportation facilities designed to accommodate all possible users, including those with disabilities and other special needs) and the value it provides to individuals and communities. One way to approach this issue is to define the design vehicle for pedestrian facilities.

Ban on Biking and Walking to School May Be Lifted

A 15-year-old ban on biking and walking to school in Saratoga Springs, New York may be lifted, after one bike-friendly parent challenged the policy.
4 October 2009 - 7:00am
Governing

Debate Over Letting Kids Walk To School

The New York Times goes over the debate over whether it is acceptable to let children walk to school nowadays. The topic has many parents expressing mixed feelings about the issue.
17 September 2009 - 9:00am
The New York Times

Sidewalks Key Factor Influencing Physical Activity

A new study provides further evidence that incorporating sidewalks into existing neighborhoods is a practical and inexpensive way of encouraging people to exercise.
18 June 2009 - 9:00am
SDSU NewsCenter

Nobody Walks in Dubai

The United Arab Emirates has plenty of tall, flashy buildlings, but the rush to build has largely left street life scarce in many parts.
18 April 2009 - 5:00am
The National (Abu Dhabi)

Students Give Up Wheels for Their Own Two Feet

This piece from the New York Times looks at a program in Italy the encourages children to walk to school.
27 March 2009 - 12:00pm
The New York Times

Sweet Spot Density for Livable Neighborhoods

Tue, 12/30/2008 - 15:37

Single-family detached homes typically epitomize sprawl, while 4 or 5 story apartment buildings now seem to be the utopian ideal for livable neighborhoods. But some of the most livable and walkable neighborhoods I know are largely comprised of single family homes.

Cars Left Behind in Most Trips to Vancouver's Core

A recent study shows that about 60% of all trips into the urban core of Vancouver are not by car.
8 September 2008 - 12:00pm
The Vancouver Sun

Seniors Facing High Gas Prices Find Giving Up Their Cars Tough

AARP finds that 29% of older Americans polled say they are now walking as a way to avoid high gas prices, but 40% say the sidewalks in their area are inadequate.
16 August 2008 - 9:00am
Market Watch - Also Associated Press story

Google Maps Adds Walking Directions

Google announces walking directions feature for Google Maps.
23 July 2008 - 2:00pm
Google

Can Landscape Architects Get Kids to Walk to School?

Fewer kids are walking to school these days. This piece from the American Society of Landscape Architects' Land Online wonders what landscape architects can do to reverse the trend.
17 April 2008 - 8:00am
Land Online

British Columbians Ditching Cars

More people in British Columbia are responding to higher gas prices by ditching their cars and rising bikes, taking transit and walking, according to a recent survey.
31 March 2008 - 7:00am
The Vancouver Sun

Friday Funny: Addressing the Dangers of Texting While Walking

More and more people are injuring themselves by walking into poles while looking down at their cell phones. This video from ITN News looks at an effort in England to make the streets safer for walking texters.
14 March 2008 - 2:00pm
ITN News via Engadget

Smart Growth Safety Benefits

Tue, 11/20/2007 - 06:02

Many families move to sprawled, automobile-dependent suburbs because they want a safe place to raise their children. They are mistaken. A smart growth community is actually a much safer and healthier place to live overall.

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